How to Protect Personal Data from Exploitation — Tips for 2025
Personal data fuels scams, identity theft & targeted attacks.
Phishing • Weak passwords • Public Wi-Fi • Oversharing
Phishing • Weak passwords • Public Wi-Fi • Oversharing
Long + unique passwords for every account. Use a password manager.
Create long, unique passwords — and let a password manager remember them.
MFA (2FA) blocks most account takeovers. Enable it everywhere.
Multi-factor authentication adds a second line of defense — always enable it.
Pause. Check sender, links & tone. Don’t rush.
Pause. Check sender, links & tone. Don’t rush.
Phishing emails often push urgency — pause and verify before clicking
Phishing emails often push urgency — pause and verify before clicking
Use a trusted VPN on public Wi-Fi. Prefer cellular when possible.
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Public Wi-Fi is risky — use a VPN or your phone’s data instead.
Software updates fix security holes — don’t delay installing them
Review app permissions & social media privacy settings. Share less.
Review app permissions & social media privacy settings. Share less.
Limit what you share
Limit what you share
Regular encrypted backups protect against loss & extortion
Back up files regularly and use encryption for sensitive data.
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